Connex - Derby
Teaching Assistant – Primary Schools (Supply)
Long Eaton and surrounding areas (NG10)
£450–£500 per week (PAYE, paid weekly)
To apply, you must have the right to work in the UK.
About the Role
Connex Education is working in partnership with a number of primary schools across NG10 (Long Eaton and nearby areas) who are looking to recruit Teaching Assistants to support on a flexible supply basis.
You will be supporting across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, working closely with teachers to ensure pupils remain engaged and supported throughout the school day.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
- Assisting with lesson delivery and classroom organisation
- Promoting positive behaviour in line with school policies
- Helping pupils stay focused and make progress in lessons
This role is ideal for individuals looking for flexible, local work, with the opportunity to build consistent placements within schools.
About the Schools
The schools we work with in NG10 are well-established and supportive, with experienced leadership teams in place.
They value staff who are reliable, proactive, and confident in building positive working relationships with pupils and colleagues.
Assignment Details
- Immediate start available
- Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
- Mix of day-to-day supply and longer-term roles
- Work available across Long Eaton and surrounding areas
Why Work with Connex
- Weekly PAYE pay
- Competitive rates (£450–£500 per week)
- Access to free accredited CPD
- Flexible working to suit your availability
- Regular opportunities within local schools
Person Specification
- Recent UK-based experience working with children (school-based preferred)
- Confident supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups
- Strong communication skills and a calm, professional approach
- Reliable, adaptable, and able to integrate quickly into new settings
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply
All roles are subject to satisfactory background checks, including an Enhanced DBS. Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We assess all applicants on merit alone.
Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.